Why & How to Use Essential Oils for Travel & at Home

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Like most moms, I am always looking for ways to keep my family healthy and happy, whether at home or on the go. A friend and fellow travel blogger told me how much essential oils have benefited her household and asked me if I’d like to try some out. Of course, I said yes. I was so impressed with the results, I want to share her expertise with all of you. Read my interview doTerra Wellness Consultant Hilarye Fuller to learn why to consider using essential oils for travel and at home.

What are essential oils?

Essential oils are gifts from the earth! They are and pure and potent extracts from plants. Essential oils are plants’ natural defense mechanisms. They also work to support human cells and bodies too. Essential oils are concentrated, which makes them way more powerful than herbs. In fact they can be up to 50-70 times powerful! Essential oils offer the body support in a variety of ways. You can use essential oils to get overall daily support or to support the body as needed for specific situations, like travel.

How do essential oils benefit travelers?

If you are looking for a natural method to support your health while traveling, doTerra essential oils could be a great fit for you. To support energy levels when you are out all day sight-seeing, I suggest using Peppermint and Wild Orange. To alleviate the nausea caused by motion sickness or new exotic foods, try Ginger, Peppermint or a Digestive Blend. Use Melaleuca and Lavender to provide relief from ear discomfort during flights. The Protective Blend will boost your immune systems against environmental threats. For a restful night’s sleep when dealing with Jet Lag, I love the Restful Blend.

How did you get interested in essential oils?

I got interested in essential oils when I really felt drawn to a more natural and chemical-free lifestyle for me and my family. Obviously it’s impossible to be completely chemical-free, but reducing our toxic load for our family became a priority to me. When I started using essential oils and saw the results, I became hooked. Two years after changing our nutrition and implementing essential oils, my family is healthier and happier. My kid’s almost never ask me for medicine anymore now. Instead they will come to me and request the “tummy blend” or other essential oil.

What is your favorite essential oil blend and why?

This is such a hard question! I love and so many blends for various reasons. There is also a whole line of emotional aromatherapy blends that have been a huge blessing in our home. Right now my favorite is the Seasonal Blend because the flowers are starting to bloom and my nose would be falling off without it!

Hilarye uses essential oils to improve her family’s well-being at home and on the go (Photo credit: Hilarye Fuller)

How can people buy essential oils for travel?

An easy and convenient way to purchase doTerra essential oils for travel is to visit my website, Get Essential Oils. I also provide tons of information and support for using essential oils in your home. You can also visit my Facebook page, where I post essential oils recipes, tips, and support.

What else should we know about using essential oils for travel and at home?

You should know that not all essential oils are created equal. When I first heard about using essential oils to support health and wellness, I headed to my local organic foods store and picked up a bottle of Lavender and Peppermint. I did not get great results from it and the smell a bit off. Then I tried doTerra essential oils and I was blown away by the quality and actual results! I researched the company for a long time before deciding it was a good fit for our family. There are no standards and regulations set for essential oils from a governing body, so in order to get essential oils that are pure, potent and free of synthetics or fillers – you need to make sure it’s a reputable company.

Hilarye Fuller, family travel blogger and doTerra Wellness Advocate

About Hilarye Fuller, doTerra Wellness Advocate

Hilarye Fuller is a family travel writer and a natural health enthusiast. She homeschools her four small children and when she is not educating people about how to use essential oils in their homes safely and effectively, she is traveling and exploring the world with her family. Connect with her at Dotting the Map or Get Essential Oils.

Would you use essential oils for travel or at home? Let us know in the comments below!

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About Colleen Lanin

Colleen Lanin is the founder/editor-in-chief of TravelMamas.com. As the author of her book, "The Travel Mamas' Guide," she teaches parents not only how to survive a trip with children, but also how to love exploring the world with their offspring. Her stories have appeared online and in print for such outlets as the "Today" show, NBCNews.com, Parenting Magazine, Orlando Sentinel, Chicago Tribune, Expedia, San Diego Family Magazine, and more. Colleen gives tips on television, radio, and as a public speaker. She has a master’s degree in business administration with a background in marketing. She lives in Arizona with her husband and two kids.

It’s amazing what health benefits you can get from essential oils and herbs. I’ve been buying them for the last 2 years and have quite started a small collection of oils that I use mostly in my skincare and for when I want to feel relaxed.

I just ordered a big essential oil set of 16 and I think I have some so I am building my collection. Its so great for holisitic healing I agree ginger is great for sickness so many of the oils are healing you better than any pill the doctor can prescribe!

Hi there! I'm Colleen Lanin, the founder of Travel Mamas. I launched this family travel blog in 2009 to help parents better connect with their kids and the world through travel and beyond. I love being a mom, traveling, swimming in fabulous hotel pools, and doing Pilates so I can eat lots of gluten-free dessert. Click on the pic to learn more about moi!